IBM SAN192C-6 Installation, Service And User Manual page 158

Removing a Cable from an SFP+ or QSFP+ Transceiver
About this task
CAUTION : When pulling a cable from a transceiver, grip the body of the connector. Do not pull on
the jacket sleeve, because this can compromise the fiber-optic termination in the connector.
CAUTION : If the cable does not remove easily, ensure that any latch present on the cable has
been released before continuing.
Use this procedure to remove the cable.
Procedure
1. Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.
2. Press the release latch on the cable, grasp the connector near the connection point, and gently pull the
connector from the transceiver.
3. Insert a dust plug into the cable end of the transceiver.
4. Insert a dust plug onto the end of the cable.
Installing a Cable into an SFP+ or QSFP+ Transceiver
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CAUTION : To prevent possible damage to the cable or transceiver, install the transceiver in the
port before installing the cable in the transceiver.
Use this procedure to install a cable into a transceiver.
Procedure
1. Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.
2. Remove the dust cover from the connector on the cable.
3. Remove the dust cover from the cable end of the transceiver.
4. Align the cable connector with the transceiver and insert the connector into the transceiver until it
clicks into place (see Figure 38 on page 132).
Figure 38. Connecting the LC-Type Cable to a Fibre Channel Port
CAUTION : If the cable does not install easily, ensure that it is correctly oriented before
continuing.
For instructions on verifying connectivity, see the Cisco NX-OS Fundamentals Configuration Guide.
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